Pimiento Cheese Fondue

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Pimiento Cheese Fondue
129 min.
9
391kcal

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Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Pimiento Cheese Fondue, a perfect addition to your next gathering or cozy night in. This vegetarian and gluten-free dip is not just a treat for the taste buds, but also a hit for everyone, making it an ideal choice for entertaining. With its rich blend of extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, smooth cream cheese, and zesty pimiento, this fondue brings a comforting warmth that invites friends and family to gather around the table.

Ready in just over two hours, this easy-to-make recipe utilizes a slow cooker, allowing you to set it and forget it while you prepare other dishes or enjoy your guests’ company. Imagine dipping crisp raw vegetables, crunchy tortilla chips, or warm chunks of French bread into this luscious cheese mixture, creating a delightful experience with every bite.

Whether you’re hosting a festive party or simply looking to elevate your snack game, Pimiento Cheese Fondue is sure to impress. Its unique flavor profile, blending the richness of cheese with a hint of spice from ground red pepper, makes it a standout choice for any occasion. Dive into this deliciously indulgent dish and transform your next meal into a memorable feast!

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.3 cup green onions thinly sliced
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 7 oz pimientos diced drained well
  • 16 oz cheddar cheese shredded extra-sharp

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW 1 hour. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on LOW 30 more minutes.
  2. Add pimiento, green onions, and red pepper. Stir to blend. Cover and cook on LOW 30 more minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  3. Serve fondue with raw vegetables, tortilla chips, or French bread chunks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories391kcal
Protein14.52%
Fat80.45%
Carbs5.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.11
Glycemic Load
1.15
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.417391320933%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:390.98kcal
19.55%
Fat:35.45g
54.53%
Saturated Fat:20.86g
130.4%
Carbohydrates:4.98g
1.66%
Net Carbohydrates:4.39g
1.6%
Sugar:2.69g
2.99%
Cholesterol:105.73mg
35.24%
Sodium:420.09mg
18.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.4g
28.8%
Calcium:401.84mg
40.18%
Vitamin A:1868.39IU
37.37%
Vitamin C:23.65mg
28.67%
Phosphorus:278.95mg
27.9%
Selenium:17.29µg
24.7%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.52%
Zinc:2.1mg
14.01%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.53%
Vitamin K:10.63µg
10.12%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.03%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.96%
Magnesium:19.91mg
4.98%
Vitamin D:0.73µg
4.84%
Folate:17.29µg
4.32%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.24%
Potassium:148.53mg
4.24%
Iron:0.63mg
3.52%
Fiber:0.59g
2.38%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.14%
Copper:0.04mg
1.99%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.7%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.26%
Source:My Recipes